Welcome to 3901 Elma Road! Located in a highly desirable East Pasadena neighborhood, this listing offers a rare opportunity to own a spacious home with incredible development potential. Sitting on a 6,835 sq. ft. lot, this 1,619 sq. ft. home, featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a den, a finished attic, and a 3-car garage, was extensively remodeled and expanded in 2010. Upgrades at the time include a new roof structure, exterior stucco, drywall and insulation along with new mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. With a flexible layout and ample space, it’s ready for a new owner’s vision, whether to move in as-is or modernize over time. The surrounding neighborhood is known for mountain views, newly paved streets and offers a peaceful yet convenient setting near shopping, dining and parks. For those looking to maximize the lot’s potential, this property is a candidate for SB9 and/or ADU development, which allows owners to have up to four units on a single-family lot. Options include building a second unit on the lot, for which the current owner had previously attained ready-to-issue plans, or converting the existing interior space or 3-car garage into an ADU. Whether you're looking for a home with room to grow or an investment opportunity with strong upside, this East Pasadena property is full of potential and a must see to appreciate!
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
6,835 sq ftLot Size
$785Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by ROBERT HUANG•DRE #01887827• DYNASTY REAL ESTATE
Contact: 626-232-2624
Bought with Jack Yang•DRE #02013453• Re/Max Premier Properties
Nice property 1 block from Arcadia. Additional bedroom added and bath. Single family residence used as 2 homes can be converted back. Or use extra income. Buyer to verify all permits and current usage of property sold as is condition subject to lender Short sale approval.
CRMLS #FR2027932
May 10, 2006
Sold
$660,000
$363/sq ft
Apr 19, 2006
Listed
$699,000
$385/sq ft
GREAT OPPORTUNITY. LOWEST PRICE IN ONE OF THE BEST AREAS OF PASADEN. SINGLE FAM. RESIDENCE THAT CAN BE USED AS 2 UNITS 2+1 EACH. PLUS A BONUS ROOM W/ BOTHROOM IN THE BACK FOR EXTRAN INCOME. BUYER TO VERIFY PERMITS ON ADDITIONS AND SQFT. PROPERTY WILL SELL AS-IS CONDITON. SELLER IS IN SCROW, WILL SELL FAST FAX YOUR OFFER A. S. A. P
Public Records
May 23, 2001
Sold
$220,000
$121/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 30, 1983
Sold
$69,000
$38/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,757 (+5.1%)
$896,070 + $384,030
$1,280,100
2024
$7,378 (+0.9%)
$500,146 + $125,031
$625,177
2023
$7,312 (+4.0%)
$490,340 + $122,580
$612,920
2022
$7,032 (+4.2%)
$480,726 + $120,177
$600,903
2021
$6,750 (+4.0%)
$471,300 + $117,821
$589,121
2020
$6,489 (−0.2%)
$462,059 + $115,511
$577,570
2019
$6,504 (−0.7%)
$457,322 + $114,327
$571,649
2018
$6,552 (+1.0%)
$448,355 + $112,086
$560,441
2017
$6,488 (+2.2%)
$430,946 + $107,735
$538,681
2016
$6,349 (+1.1%)
$430,946 + $107,735
$538,681
2015
$6,280 (+2.1%)
$422,497 + $105,623
$528,120
2014
$6,151 (+16.3%)
$408,000 + $102,000
$510,000
2012
$5,288 (+6.6%)
$292,808 + $143,220
$436,028
2011
$4,959 (+14.8%)
$287,067 + $140,412
$427,479
2010
$4,318 (−32.7%)
$281,439 + $120,859
$402,298
2009
$6,417 (−17.8%)
$279,336 + $69,834
$349,170
2008
$7,811
$425,800 + $106,500
$532,300
Tax history for 3901 Elma Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,757 (+5.1%)
$896,070 + $384,030
$1,280,100
2024
$7,378 (+0.9%)
$500,146 + $125,031
$625,177
2023
$7,312 (+4.0%)
$490,340 + $122,580
$612,920
2022
$7,032 (+4.2%)
$480,726 + $120,177
$600,903
2021
$6,750 (+4.0%)
$471,300 + $117,821
$589,121
2020
$6,489 (−0.2%)
$462,059 + $115,511
$577,570
2019
$6,504 (−0.7%)
$457,322 + $114,327
$571,649
2018
$6,552 (+1.0%)
$448,355 + $112,086
$560,441
2017
$6,488 (+2.2%)
$430,946 + $107,735
$538,681
2016
$6,349 (+1.1%)
$430,946 + $107,735
$538,681
2015
$6,280 (+2.1%)
$422,497 + $105,623
$528,120
2014
$6,151 (+16.3%)
$408,000 + $102,000
$510,000
2012
$5,288 (+6.6%)
$292,808 + $143,220
$436,028
2011
$4,959 (+14.8%)
$287,067 + $140,412
$427,479
2010
$4,318 (−32.7%)
$281,439 + $120,859
$402,298
2009
$6,417 (−17.8%)
$279,336 + $69,834
$349,170
2008
$7,811
$425,800 + $106,500
$532,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,835
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
1,817
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Los Angeles County
APN
5755023025
Parking Spaces
3
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Jun 21, 2025.
R-1
Single-Family Residence Zone
Residential Zones preserve, protect, and enhance areas for residential land uses in a range of densities; provide for orderly, well-planned, and balanced growth of residential neighborhoods; and ensure adequate light, air, privacy, and open space for each dwelling. These zones also provide for the appropriate location of public and semi-public uses such as schools, parks, and religious facilities that can serve and complement residential uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Housing-Other
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Parking Spaces: 3
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: front door
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 5755023025
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property ADU: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Suburban, Valley
School Information
High School District: Pasadena Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 34.14406900
Longitude: -118.06914600
Directions: Rosemead North to Freeway 210, turn right on Elma Rd.
Zoning: LCR1YY
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,817
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 3
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 6,835 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1950
County: Los Angeles County
APN: 5755023025
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views
Home facts updated by owner on Jun 21, 2025
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 626-232-2624
Days Active in MLS: 10
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 10
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: ROBERT
List Agent Last Name: HUANG
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: DYNASTY REAL ESTATE
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Jack
Buyer Agent Last Name: Yang
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Re/Max Premier Prop SanMarino
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Willard Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
McKinley School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi
2/10
Pasadena High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
7/10
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